Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Opera

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Jane Bunnell is a renowned American mezzo-soprano who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on December 4, 1956, in Wilmington, Delaware, Bunnell grew up in a family that valued music. Her father was a church organist, and her mother was a choir director. Bunnell started singing in the church choir at a young age and developed a passion for music. Bunnell attended the University of Delaware, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance. She then went on to study at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where she received a Master of Music degree. During her time at Curtis, Bunnell studied with renowned mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne, who became her mentor and had a significant influence on her career. Bunnell made her professional debut in 1985 at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, where she played the role of the Second Lady in Mozart's "The Magic Flute." This performance marked the beginning of a long and successful career for Bunnell. She went on to perform in numerous productions at the Metropolitan Opera, including "Don Giovanni," "La Bohème," "Carmen," and "The Marriage of Figaro." Bunnell has also performed with other major opera companies around the world, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Paris Opera, and the Vienna State Opera. She has worked with some of the most renowned conductors in the world, including James Levine, Riccardo Muti, and Zubin Mehta. One of Bunnell's most notable performances was in the Metropolitan Opera's production of Richard Wagner's "Ring Cycle." Bunnell played the role of Fricka, the goddess of marriage, in all four operas of the cycle. Her performance was widely praised, and she received critical acclaim for her portrayal of the character. Bunnell has also received numerous awards and honors throughout her career. In 1995, she was awarded the Richard Tucker Award, which is given annually to an American opera singer who is on the verge of a major international career. She has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for her recordings of classical music. In addition to her work as an opera singer, Bunnell is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Juilliard School in New York City and the Curtis Institute of Music, where she studied. She has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing her knowledge and expertise with aspiring young singers. Bunnell's dedication to her craft and her passion for music have made her one of the most respected and admired mezzo-sopranos in the world. Her performances have touched the hearts of audiences around the world, and her contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for generations to come.

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